Deep Muscle Therapy for Chronic Lower Back Pain
Unlock the key to relieving chronic lower back pain with this comprehensive DVD on deep muscle therapy. Lower back pain often stems from damage to deep muscles, which play a critical role in supporting and stabilizing the body. By targeting these deep muscles, this program teaches you how to significantly alleviate chronic pain through effective techniques. Master the art of deep muscle therapy by learning to address the root causes of pain, such as muscle hardening and inflammation, with a focus on 10 key muscles essential for lower back health.
What are Deep Muscles?
Deep muscles are classified based on their function, supporting and stabilizing joints during movement while assisting primary muscles. While some parts of individual muscles can be considered deep muscles, they are primarily located in deeper layers of the body.
Contents
This DVD provides a structured guide to understanding and treating lower back pain through deep muscle therapy, covering the following key areas:
The Necessity of Muscle Therapy
Muscle Palpation Techniques
Physical Assessment Methods
Diagnostic Techniques:
History taking
Visual inspection
Palpation
Movement testing
Identifying and Improving Deep Muscles
Treating the Core of Muscle Hardening
Specific Approaches:
Friction: For contractures with injury, acute conditions, or atrophy
Pleasant-Pain Stimulation: For stiffness or atrophy
Tool-Assisted Stimulation: For fibrosis, locked muscles, or stubborn stiffness
Instructor
Hajime Nakatsuji
Director of the Manual Therapy Research Association, Hajime Nakatsuji is a licensed judo therapist, certified judo therapy instructor, and athletic trainer. He developed the innovative "Deep Muscle Method," focusing on the relationship between pain and muscles. His unique approach to muscle therapy and anti-aging treatments has garnered significant attention. Nakatsuji is the author of several books, including Facial Muscle Method, Cure Shoulder and Back Pain with a Single Towel, and Deep Muscle Encyclopedia.
Language: Japanese
Length: 1 hour & 28 min.
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